Cool Tools | Setting Up the Smith® Little Torch™ by Matt Breunig
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This portable torch is designed for intermittent use and uses a 14.1-oz. disposable propane and 1.1 cu. ft. disposable oxygen tanks. Typically, you’ll use roughly one tank of propane to five tanks of oxygen. The lightweight system reduces hand and arm fatigue, allowing you to work more comfortably. Flexible hoses make the torch easy to use and more agile.
WARNING! Always use safety equipment when soldering!
This was my first torch when I got into jewelry making. It's a gem!
You made that really easy to follow. Now I feel more confident to go ahead and set up and use my torch. Thank you
Did you set it up? I'm thinking of getting one too!
MIND BLOWN - NOW I know why my Little Torch didn't work when I first got it - I didnt set it up right!! Thank you for this tutorial!! :)
I'm so glad I was able to help!
Thank you for this video. It is the most detailed and informative one I have found. Now I feel much more confident in getting a torch that I desperatey need in order to do all I want to do in silversmithing.
Great video. I’ve always wanted to learn how to weld and your video made it really simple and straightforward and easy to learn. Thank you.
I got a feeling that mask isn't rated for gasses. Just saying.
Do you need flash arrestors on the valves?
Thank you, your video was helpful when I needed to change the oxygen canister as I was twisting it the wrong way.
Great explanation! Thank you.❤
The knobs are the exact opposite colors of the canisters! How bizarre? Lefty tighty will save you!
Purchased the "little torch" for jewelry repair and it's about the most temperamental torch I've ever used.
The oxygen valve is "loose" in that 1/16 turn gives 0-50% pressure, then one full turn makes little difference.
The "gas" valve isn't much better.
❤ DON'T USE BUT MINIMUM PRESSURE ON THIS AND A LITTLE "LUBE (VASELINE)" ON THE OXYGEN VALVE MIGHT BE NICE ❤
OVERALL, $25 IS NOT BAD 😁
I've used larger setups with regulators and flashback arrestors. Are the Smith little torch flashback arrestors necessary for this setup?
Thanks. Very useful video.
Thank you for your informative video! I am about to purchase my first non-chef's torch this week... a Smith Little oxy-propane and can use all the help I can get! I have 3 questions:
1- Do you need flash back arrestors with a disposable canister set up?
2- If I buy a few disposable oxy tanks to keep in reserve, is there anything special I need to know about storage (i.e., upright, temperature control)?
3- How do I dispose of them?
Thanks again!
Hi Sandra,
1. No
2.Store upright in temperatures below 120°F
3. Old tanks can be recycled at local scrap yard for cash just like aluminum
Hope this helps, good luck!
Just bought this set up!! Very informative!! TFS!!
Great video. Told me exactly what I needed to know. Thank you.
Awesome, thanks!
is there a demo to actually use it for melting gold and silver? How much oz can be melted with this setup?
Pro welding tip: Don't ever use a butane lighter to light torches (or keep one in your pocket). They make a nasty bomb if a spark or slag hits them and melts thru. Always use a sparker. You will only make that mistake once.
What about using a flashback arrestor attached to the regulator on the propane? Worried about safety.
Thank you! I have been struggling and now I know why - the colours do not match. How counter intuitive.
i'm in the UK & have a little smith torch, being delivered soon. will i need flashback arrestors if i'm only using disposable cylinders? thanks
great video! I am switching to these little disposable tanks for mobile work, I'm wondering if you can get as much heat as the bigger bottles with regulators, I'm hoping to be able to continue using my little smith torch for sand casting,Thanks!
Hi! I am getting ready to hit the road with my studio... how is it going for you? Are you using propane and oxygen? I am going back and forth between butane and oxygen/propane. I would love to chat more about your set up!!
Hi Matt, I cut the end of the hoses and converted them to insert in the adjustable regulator with gauges cuz didn’t find this gauge that have female end that fit to the male hose end, but the Oxygen end leaking, while the butane hose’s connected to cooking cylinder successfully.
Could you direct me where to buy this kind of regulator with gauge for the oxygen?
Thanks 🌷
Thank you for the informative video. I have a question for you. this video is for setting up the torch set, how about disassembling the set for Relocation. I have this set and my disposable 2 tanks are not empty but I need to take them apart. how do I do this? please help me!
Great video, but why did you put the red regulator on the green bottle and vice versa?
You had to opportunity to just colourcode everything.
For someone looking to get into the art this was very informative, and I hope it's not one of those videos where you professionals make things look so easy.... when it really isn't. I'll let you know how it goes.
How can you hook up hoses in Europe, threads are different, oxygen and propane tanks are also different, can one get proper fittings to be able to use torches in Portugal?
Its funny how the green regulator goes on the red bottle which has a lefthanded connector but the hose that goes on the other side of the connector has a righthand thread again
I always think the same thing.
Nice advice keep up
I would have the tip pointing the opposite way so when altering the flow your fingers are further away from the flame and also when you put the torch down the nozzle is pointing up away from any possible combustibles, accidents do happen, also I would add flashback arrestors they are not expensive however unlikely an accident would be when messing with a potential bomb you should always err on the side of maximum safety.
recently bought the same setup do you need a flashback arrestor?
Can i attach soldering iron tips to the little torch? Im wondering if i can also use it on electronics as well as jewelry. I dont want to buy to types of torches for no reason u know?
I noticed another tank in your background with a regulator on it. Is that a larger oxygen tank for use with the disposable propane tanks?
Yes, it is. Thanks for watching!
Which size tank of O2 is that large one and what regulated or adapters did you use to connect to the tank ?
Can this work with out an arrestor?
one tip, DON'T use a lighter, but, like the big cousin, the 'oxy-torch', that welders use on cars, etc. use a flint style sparker, this prevents the lit tourch causing a 'flashback' on the lighter, and it blowing up in your hands, or for the hotter flame from burning your hands (if you used a match). and another no no, you lit straight away, you MUST PURGE the lines,,one at a time, this stops a mixed gas explosion (when Fuel and oxygen mix in another spot in the system, than that designed, and an ignition source finds it).
Thanks for the video. How long can you typically solder jewelry before your oxygen runs out?
Hi Denver, the oxygen tank can probably run for about an hour of actual soldering time depending on how hot you are running the flame. Hope this helps!
@@cooltoolsvideos Ah, thank you. I ordered a Smith Little Torch a couple of days ago from Rio. I'm still waiting on it. An hour doesn't seem like much time. Is there a possibility to use a bigger oxygen tank? 🤔
Do you have to buy that soap stuff from Rio to check for leaks or can you make a solution at home with dish detergent?
Where did you get those regulators at mine didn't come with them?
Hi, we sell this torch to include the regulators. They are the 249-499B preset oxygen regulator and 249-500B preset propane regulator if you want to look online to see if you can purchase them separately. We do not sell the separately. You can find the kit we sell here: cooltools.us/products/smith%C2%AE-little-torch%E2%84%A2-propane-and-oxygen-set-for-disposable-tanks
I like Mr. bubbles for leak detection.
thank you
My valves have VERY LOW MILEAGE, but my red is leaking out of the threads, as you open it you begin to hear a noise and then u can smell it, can it be fixed?
Where can I find those regulators?
So is it safe not to be using flashback arrestors? Are they NOT a necessity?
Chu keng be using the mapp gas?
Awesome. Thanks.
Never start a torch with a lighter!!!!!! Can create what they call a "mixed gas situation" and you can cause an explosion!!!!! Use a manual flint striker or better yet they make lovely little piezo electric striker units for the little torches that work very well!!! Please no lighters!!!!!
I had to get a larger O2 tank, about a 100cf size, the little red cans are just painfully expensive and they run out quickly. They run $11 to $16 each around here. I can refill a big canister for about $25 and it lasts a good long time. Went through about 4 of the O2 regulators for the canisters too... for some reason they develop leaks frequently. Even when you think they are turned off there will still be O2 leaking out the torch tip or out the top of the regulator.
In nearly 40 years of my life I've never ever seen an explosion because of this.
Can you melt silver with this
What is your recommendation for a larger O2 supply? Larger tank or any o2 concentrator? Many thanks!
I just set up propane with O2 concentrator, and while it was a struggle to find one without a medical use prescription, I did finally. And it works! No more tanks of gas in my studio, other than the small propane camp stove size cylinder. Very happy with the set up and the ability to work hot, small and fast.
Hi Matt, I do soldering and copper flame painting, and am setting up a little smith torch. I would like to use a grill propane tank. do I need a regulator and flashback protection? Also will this small torch heat enough to do small brazing work? Your input would be a BIG help...Plus my red hose on the torch is shot, is vinyl tubing ok to use with propane?
Hi Ray, we asked Matt your question and he replied: A large propane tank will require an adjustable regulator & a flashback arrestor is a good idea. Also I highly recommend replacing both hoses if they look like they are getting dry rot.
Hope this helps!
Where to Buy Oxygen Switching Valves
i bought a used little torch but not regulator came with it. where can iget them?
For the regulators Green=Oxygen, Red=Fuel. So like why is the oxygen bottle red?
Teflon tape on fuel bottles is dangerous. Also I'd use a striker, not a lighter.
Any idea where to get the preset regulators from in Australia? That don't cost more than the torch kit...
I got this same torch last week. All I am missing are the two regulators for the tanks where did you get them? I tried our local hardware store but couldn’t find them.
Hi, the regulators come with the Little Torch set. We do not sell them separately or are aware of someone who does. You can find the set here: www.cooltools.us/Propane-and-Oxygen-Set-for-Disposable-Tanks-p/sol-734.htm
Hola como están...me gustan sus vídeos y técnica que manejan.
Que tan posible sería de hacer entregas de vídeos y listado de los materiales en español.
This torch can melt 30 grams of copper??
Yes
Where did you get the regulator I keep buying regulators that don’t fit
Hi Chrissy, the regulators come with the Little Torch set. You can find it here: www.cooltools.us/Propane-and-Oxygen-Set-for-Disposable-Tanks-p/sol-734.htm
Hope this helps!
If you haven't already bought them, you can get the oxygen and fuel regulators separate from the torch on Amazon. About $90 each.
Could you hook it up to an air compressor instead of oxygen I know it wouldn’t be as hot but it would be cheaper and more accessible
This would not work. You need concentrated O2, not just increased air pressure. You would just blow your flame out.
Thanks!
Thank you for this video. Does anyone know where to buy this torch ket?
Does remove seized bolts?
Hi - my regulator tops are black, (not red & green). Am I ok to use these directions to set up my Little Torch? Thank you.
Hi Robin, Matt said: I think it would work the same. I have seen the black top for the propane bottle and it worked the same.
Hope this helps!
my smith kit did not come with the fittings for oxcy or propane were do i find them
Hi David, we sell the smith kit with these. You can find it here: www.cooltools.us/Propane-and-Oxygen-Set-for-Disposable-Tanks-p/sol-734.htm
We are unaware if you can purchase these separately. Thanks for watching!
Trying to source acetelyne and oxygen for these for use in the UK with this torch can't figure it out
@@samvale767 👋 hello, have you found oxygen cylinder with CGA60 LH thread if yes please let me know from where I am also in UK
@@edgarslapins2710 hiya Ed, of you ever find it out, could you please let me know too? Trying to find them in the UK too😫😫
Are flashback arrestors not required with this torch? You’re not using them.
They aren't required. We debated using them for the video, but Cool Tools didn't carry them at that time.
I have read that some have encountered gas pressure problems when adding flashback arrestors to the set up with disposable tanks. Rio Grande tech told me they weren’t needed.
I’ll be completely honest, the fact that the valves and the cans are the opposite colors is very confusing and I could see where it could cause a lot of issues.
Why no flashback arrestors?
I had them with me, but Cool Tools didn't sell them at the time of the video.
Hello, is this a safe set up for an apartment building?
Hello, it is safe to use in an apartment, but it is always smart to take precautions such as having a fire extinguisher handy and always being aware of the direction of the flame to avoid burning things on accident at your workplace. Hope this helps!
@@cooltoolsvideos Yes it does! Thank you for your time!
carbon dioxide and water vapour are the only thing that comes off propane bro...
Better question is whear did those regulators come from.
Hi, the regulators come with the Little Torch set. You can find it here: www.cooltools.us/Propane-and-Oxygen-Set-for-Disposable-Tanks-p/sol-734.htm
Hope this helps!
Why such a small amount of oxygen what the hell is up with that?
Woah $434?
1:00
Wow thought I had oxygen leak all this time lmao,
Glad I could help!
Im not complaining whatsoever but what is a guy to do if he cant just lay down 400 plus dollars and is wanting to get into jewelry making with copper and silver and needs to melt either one? Im sure its the best mini torch on the market but Why is this thing so expensive?
Could be worse. It could be a whole oxy acetylene torch kit worth 600-1000 dollars
It’s $30 on Amazon. The exact one look past the $200 listing
Blow pipe. What they use in other countries. Use an alcohol lamp or an oil lamp you can make and a tiny pipe to blow air into the flame.
@@Vibrationofawesome those are counterfeit.
@@theseconddarrin3788I can’t tell
DIAMETERS ABOUT THIS REGULATOR DIAMETERS NUMBERS??????? WHAT???
Lack of standards in USA is appaling. No wonder there are so many accidents.
Why are you wearing a mask
I would have the tip pointing the opposite way so when altering the flow your fingers are further away from the flame and also when you put the torch down the nozzle is pointing up away from any possible combustibles, accidents do happen, also I would add flashback arrestors they are not expensive however unlikely an accident would be when messing with a potential bomb you should always err on the side of maximum safety.